DLI Language Proficiency Standards

Question 1

What does DLPT stand for in the context of DLI language testing?

Accepted Answer

Defense Language Proficiency Test

Answer

DLPT stands for Defense Language Proficiency Test, the standardized exam used to measure military linguists' language skills.

Question 2

What does ILR stand for as it relates to DLI language proficiency scales?

Accepted Answer

Interagency Language Roundtable

Answer

ILR stands for Interagency Language Roundtable, the organization that established the proficiency scale used to rate language ability across U.S. government agencies.

Question 3

How many main proficiency levels are included in the ILR scale used at DLI?

Accepted Answer

6 levels (0 through 5)

Answer

The ILR scale has 6 main levels numbered 0 through 5, with '+' designations between levels to indicate higher performance within a level.

Question 4

Which ILR proficiency level represents native or bilingual language ability?

Accepted Answer

Level 5

Answer

ILR Level 5 represents native or bilingual proficiency, the highest level on the scale, and is rarely awarded to non-native speakers.

Question 5

What minimum ILR score combination do most military linguist positions require on the DLPT?

Accepted Answer

2/2 (Listening/Reading)

Answer

Most military linguist (MOS/AFSC) billets require a DLPT score of at least 2/2 in Listening and Reading to qualify for the position and receive proficiency pay.

DLI - Defense Language Institute Practice Test

DLI - Defense Language Institute Practice Test

DLI Language Proficiency Standards